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Food Bank Expands Program For Seniors In Onslow County

PRE News & Ideas | By Jared Brumbaugh

Published June 12, 2017 at 9:59 AM EDT

The Food Bank of Central and Eastern North Carolina announced that they are expanding their federal supplemental food program to reach more senior citizens in eastern North Carolina. Mac McKee speaks with the Senior Manager for Communications Jessica Wichard about the program which provides vegetables, fruits, whole grains, protein and dairy to seniors in need in Wake, Durham, Orange, Halifax and Onslow counties.

Jared Brumbaugh

Jared Brumbaugh is the Assistant General Manager for Public Radio East. An Eastern North Carolina native, Jared began his professional public radio career at Public Radio East while he was a student at Craven Community College earning his degree in Electronics Engineering Technology. During his 15+ years at Public Radio East, he has served as an award-winning journalist, producer, and on-air host. When not at the station, Jared enjoys hiking, traveling, and honing his culinary skills.

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